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as in statements
a record of goods sold or services performed together with the costs due
why is the electric bill so high this month?
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as in notes
a piece of printed paper used as money in the United States
the $5 bill has a picture of Abraham Lincoln on the front
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as in posters
a sheet bearing an announcement for posting in a public place
posted a bill advertising the new play
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as in expenses
the amount owed at a bar or restaurant or the slip of paper stating the amount
although they were all working adults, their parents still insisted on paying the bill whenever they went out to eat
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as in laws
a rule of conduct or action laid down by a governing authority and especially a legislature
the legislative committee endorsed a bill that would strengthen consumer protections
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as in broadcasts
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as in invoices
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Recent Examples of bills
Nathaniel Meyersohn, CNN Money, 20 Sep. 2025
Having given birth, Maggie also has medical bills of her own.
—Meredith Wilshere, PEOPLE, 20 Sep. 2025
Four of the bills are in effect immediately, with the face covering ban to start in January.
—Mandy Taheri, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 Sep. 2025
When renting, Tang said their winter gas bills hovered around $120.
—Lizzie Kane, Boston Herald, 19 Sep. 2025
Rebecca White, who works at a bank in Cincinnati, says her paycheck has not kept pace with her rising grocery bills.
—Scott Horsley, NPR, 19 Sep. 2025
The Continental Congress issued bills of credit starting in 1775 to fund the Revolutionary War.
—Alex Pron, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
Rolling around in dollar bills is one of life's greatest pleasures, but any CEO and investor worth their salt knows cash can be a drag on revenue and returns.
—Yeo Boon Ping, CNBC, 19 Sep. 2025
Both bills fell far short of the 60 votes required for passage.
—Kevin Freking, Twin Cities, 19 Sep. 2025
Nathaniel Meyersohn, CNN Money, 20 Sep. 2025
Having given birth, Maggie also has medical bills of her own.
—Meredith Wilshere, PEOPLE, 20 Sep. 2025
Four of the bills are in effect immediately, with the face covering ban to start in January.
—Mandy Taheri, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 Sep. 2025
When renting, Tang said their winter gas bills hovered around $120.
—Lizzie Kane, Boston Herald, 19 Sep. 2025
Rebecca White, who works at a bank in Cincinnati, says her paycheck has not kept pace with her rising grocery bills.
—Scott Horsley, NPR, 19 Sep. 2025
The Continental Congress issued bills of credit starting in 1775 to fund the Revolutionary War.
—Alex Pron, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
Rolling around in dollar bills is one of life's greatest pleasures, but any CEO and investor worth their salt knows cash can be a drag on revenue and returns.
—Yeo Boon Ping, CNBC, 19 Sep. 2025
Both bills fell far short of the 60 votes required for passage.
—Kevin Freking, Twin Cities, 19 Sep. 2025
Noun
Food prices are deeply personal to consumers, and weekly grocery bills shape their overall perceptions of the economy.
—Nathaniel Meyersohn, CNN Money, 20 Sep. 2025
Having given birth, Maggie also has medical bills of her own.
—Meredith Wilshere, PEOPLE, 20 Sep. 2025
Four of the bills are in effect immediately, with the face covering ban to start in January.
—Mandy Taheri, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 Sep. 2025
When renting, Tang said their winter gas bills hovered around $120.
—Lizzie Kane, Boston Herald, 19 Sep. 2025
Rebecca White, who works at a bank in Cincinnati, says her paycheck has not kept pace with her rising grocery bills.
—Scott Horsley, NPR, 19 Sep. 2025
The Continental Congress issued bills of credit starting in 1775 to fund the Revolutionary War.
—Alex Pron, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
Rolling around in dollar bills is one of life's greatest pleasures, but any CEO and investor worth their salt knows cash can be a drag on revenue and returns.
—Yeo Boon Ping, CNBC, 19 Sep. 2025
Both bills fell far short of the 60 votes required for passage.
—Kevin Freking, Twin Cities, 19 Sep. 2025
Verb
Food prices are deeply personal to consumers, and weekly grocery bills shape their overall perceptions of the economy.
—Nathaniel Meyersohn, CNN Money, 20 Sep. 2025
Having given birth, Maggie also has medical bills of her own.
—Meredith Wilshere, PEOPLE, 20 Sep. 2025
Four of the bills are in effect immediately, with the face covering ban to start in January.
—Mandy Taheri, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 Sep. 2025
When renting, Tang said their winter gas bills hovered around $120.
—Lizzie Kane, Boston Herald, 19 Sep. 2025
Rebecca White, who works at a bank in Cincinnati, says her paycheck has not kept pace with her rising grocery bills.
—Scott Horsley, NPR, 19 Sep. 2025
The Continental Congress issued bills of credit starting in 1775 to fund the Revolutionary War.
—Alex Pron, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
Rolling around in dollar bills is one of life's greatest pleasures, but any CEO and investor worth their salt knows cash can be a drag on revenue and returns.
—Yeo Boon Ping, CNBC, 19 Sep. 2025
Both bills fell far short of the 60 votes required for passage.
—Kevin Freking, Twin Cities, 19 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bills
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Afterward, the monster has a moment with Wendy, who pets its head, and communicates with it using clicking noises.—
Christopher Rudolph,
PEOPLE,
17 Sep. 2025
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Feed pets indoors whenever possible.—
Tanasia Kenney,
Charlotte Observer,
13 Sep. 2025
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The Temple of the Arts will also broadcasts the High Holy Day services.—
Andrew McGowan,
Variety,
10 Sep. 2025
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The Oceanside City Council has approved a one-time $175,000 payment to KOCT, the community service television station that broadcasts City Council and commission meetings.—
Phil Diehl,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 Sep. 2025
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OpenAI announces teen-friendly ChatGPT amid safety concerns OpenAI on Tuesday announced a version of ChatGPT for teens, as tech companies face growing pressure to protect minors who use chatbots.—
semafor.com,
semafor.com,
19 Sep. 2025
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Advertisement For example, a CEO prepping for a product launch might map out what happens if global supply chains are disrupted, if customer adoption is slower than expected, or if a competitor announces a rival feature soon after.—
Sheri Bachstein,
Time,
18 Sep. 2025
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In honor of celebrating its 100th anniversary this year, advertises Bryan's best brisket sandwich.—
Jill Robbins,
Southern Living,
5 Sep. 2025
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But for Jennifer Lawrence, a simple everyday outing is a chance to show off a tote bag that advertises a literal book.—
Elizabeth Logan,
Glamour,
25 Aug. 2025
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Amazon typically discounts Apple AirPods, Dyson vacuums, Le Creuset cookware, Coach bags, Lego sets, and more coveted goodies.—
Clara McMahon,
People.com,
12 Sep. 2025
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For instance, Circle's USDC (a popular stablecoin), now holds about 93 percent of its reserves in Treasuries and overnight agreements, with the rest in cash, and publishes monthly attestations reviewed by Deloitte.—
Anna Strebl,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 Sep. 2025
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The single already stands as Blackpink’s highest-rising win and will almost certainly score a ninth frame on the list when Billboard once again publishes the tally.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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The firm ranks 10th out of 649 firms on this year’s HEC-Dow Jones large buyout performance rankings, an annual list compiled by HEC Paris Business School professor Oliver Gottschalg that assesses aggregate performance over a 10-year period.—
Hank Tucker,
Forbes.com,
19 Sep. 2025
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The weighting for the Statista Smart Hospitals Maturity Survey (SSHMS), which assesses the implementation and usage of smart technologies in hospitals, increased from 15 to 20 percent of the total score.—
Lauren Giella,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Sep. 2025
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Penny pats Harry's snout and jumps at his face at home.—
Rachael O'Connor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
20 Aug. 2025
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As a matter of fact, pats on the back are probably very few and far between.—
Nour Rahal,
Freep.com,
10 Aug. 2025
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“Bills.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bills. Accessed 21 Sep. 2025.
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